1955 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | 40 | Mira |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 792 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |